Mechanical Engineering Intern

2 months ago

Garden Grove, United States Auriga Space Full time

About Us: Auriga Space is developing an electromagnetic space launch system that offers significant advantages in launch cost, reliability, frequency, and responsiveness compared to conventional systems. Unlike rockets that rely solely on chemical reactions to produce thrust, Auriga's proprietary electromagnetic launch solution uses electricity to accelerate the launch vehicle to hypervelocity.


Role Summary: We are looking for a mechanical engineering intern/co-op to join our team and assist in the development of hardware prototypes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a start-up environment and be excited to work with a small, high-performing, and hands-on team. You will have the opportunity to design, build, and test hardware while working across engineering disciplines.


Basic Qualifications:

  • Is currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program for mechanical engineering
  • 3+ months of applied engineering experience (such as internship, laboratory, or personal/team project experience)
  • Able to start working full time on-site beginning in Q3 or Q4 of 2024
  • Willing to work in a hands-on, constantly evolving environment
  • Detail-oriented and capable of effectively prioritizing and executing tasks
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills


Desired Qualifications:

  • 6+ months of applied engineering experience (such as internship, laboratory, or personal/team project experience)
  • Strong comprehension of design fundamentals
  • Experience with 3D CAD software


ITAR Requirements:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More details on ITAR are available on the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls website.


This is an in-person role. We are not offering visa sponsorship at this time. Expected compensation: $15 - $20 per hour. The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, we still encourage you to apply if your salary requirements fall outside the range.


Auriga provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Auriga, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training

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